September 2025 Newsletter
You all deserve HUGE Congratulations!! It has been a whirlwind of events since late July.
State Finals and Interstate have both come and gone and we’re just finally getting a chance to take a breath … at least I am … sort of.
As I now have a chance to reflect on the last 6 weeks, I couldn’t be more proud of you as an organization. State Finals was a fantastic success with amazing times, including a Record-Breaking Run! For all that State Finals was, it’s possible Interstate was better!
State Finals: Thank you to everyone that helped pitch in make sure all of the events went smoothly. A big thank you to the crew that took initiative to learn to work the arena at State Finals. It alleviated some burden off Lesa and the team that have done it for years AND it sets us up with knowledgeable people for the years ahead!
The action didn’t disappoint either. There were so many fast times and incredible rides. None more amazing than Tanya Plagerman and Jiminy breaking a 44-year-old record in Key Race. The record was owned by Dan Jagla and Leo Jack at 7.769. Now Tanya and Jiminy will be etched in the record books with an unbelievable 7.748! Congratulations!
See below for a bit more from our State Finals Chair, Melonie Parks – who deserves another round of applause for her work.
Interstate: I am not breaking news here that you came together and won by 200 points – 1686 to 1486. But what I think is incredible and worth celebrating is the way that you won! The Team Effort. The Friendship. The Comradery. The way that you carried yourself through both success and adversity. You should all be proud. When I have members of Oregon commenting how amazed they are by how close our team is and there is no drama. It makes me so thankful for how special you all are.
Jojo Craiger and Stella won the Sr. High Point! And while we didn’t win the Junior Saddle, we had 6 of the top 8 Juniors. On the senior side, we had 4 of the top 5 and 5 of the top 7. We also had 10 of the top 15 seniors.
Also, it’s worth noting that in last newsletter I mentioned how fast Cruz is … well that amazing horse and his two ladies took home 4 buckles and ran clean in all 5 events!!! Way to go Amy and Wylie!
Congrats to Maddy Olson, our new Interstate Queen! I am so grateful for how Kadyn and Maddy represented Washington and Interstate this year. You both were amazing! I feel that you both have re-shaped the way that we look at being Princess and how we raise money for Interstate. Thank you for all you did this year and setting an example for years ahead, including our Junior Royalty!
Speaking of Junior Royalty, be sure to read below with notes from Melonie about the Junior Royalty program!
Convention: Convention is booked. We are set for the weekend of November 7-9 at Skagit Casino Resort in Bow, WA. Here is a rough schedule
- The annual Meeting will be Saturday Morning November 8 at 9AM.
- Our Banquet will be Saturday evening
- Dinner
- 7A awards
- High Point Saddles
- Probably some other shenanigans!
- Judges and Timers Meeting will be Sunday morning.
Skagit Casino address is:
5984 Darrk Ln
Bow, WA 98232
There is block of 30 rooms for Friday Night and Saturday Night. You can make reservations by calling 877-275-2448. For block pricing, please reference Patterned Speed Horse Association RB (ID 321200).
One of the unique features here is that you can book a room at the Casino Resort or if you would like things to be a little quieter, you can book at their off-site Skagit Ridge Hotel that is just down the street – They do have a free shuttle. Either way, you can still access the pool. The Skagit Ridge Hotel also has a continental breakfast.
Please get your rooms booked well in advance!
They allow RV parking, but do not allow overnight “Camping”.
For the annual meeting, we may be in for a shorter meeting as of now, there aren’t a lot of rule proposals. But we look forward to great discussions about how we make our organization better as well as electing our Executive committee!
I think we’re reaching the end of the news from me … but keep reading for notes from Melonie on State Finals and Junior Royalty!!!
See you soon!
Jamie!
State Finals
WOW! What a weekend! Thank you to everyone that made the weekend a huge success! So many helping hands made for light work. I can’t thank you all enough for jumping in without hesitation. THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors that contribute year after year. We couldn’t put this event on without all of them!!!!! Sponsorships are now open for 2026 State Finals if you know anyone interested! Forms are located on the PSHA website
State Finals - Patterned Speed Horse Association
JUNIOR ROYALTY
What a way to kick off the first year of our PSHA Junior Royalty Program! 4 Amazing girls raising over $7,000!!!!!
- Bristol Sutcliffe
- Emma Chapman
- Isis Davenport
- Sophie Rutgers
These gals worked hard to raise money and earn some great prizes! We have made the decision to extend their opportunity to raise funds and earn even more prizes! This means they get to continue (if they choose) AND continue up their prize tiers! If you know anyone interested in joining them let us know! Or check out the Junior Royalty tab on the PSHA website.
Junior Royalty - Patterned Speed Horse Association
Melonie Parks